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County Commissioners approved plans for a parking lot at 6647 S. Midnight Pass Road.
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • June 11, 2020
Parking lot on South Siesta Key approved

Commissioners approved the lot, though they suggested leasing it to business owners for employee parking rather than designating it as public parking.

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The first day back to school may look different as the district considers two plans that would implement social distancing and other safety protocols. File photo
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • June 11, 2020
Sarasota County school leaders consider back to school options

School district lays out two distinct paths for the new school year, but emphasize nothing will be settled for weeks.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Gerri Chaffee hosts Por Nuestros Niños.
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • June 11, 2020
Spanish radio station hopes to educate Sarasota families on distance learning

The radio show Por Nuestros Niños is a Spanish language show about issues associated with distance learning and education.

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Sarasota attorney Dan Lobeck spoke on behalf of the Foxwood at Panther Ridge Homeowners Association. He said the proposal violates the county's land development codes.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 11, 2020
Manatee County Planning Commission won't recommend Concession-area project.

Some Manatee County Planning Commission members say they could not support the application.

  • East County
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Irina LaRose and Steve Howard at the 2019 Freedom Fest.
    By
  • Nat Kaemmerer
  • June 11, 2020
Longboat Key's Freedom Fest canceled

The fest's fate had been iffy, but the cancellation is now official.

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  • Observer Staff
  • June 11, 2020
Longboat Key weather page photo: June 11

Patricia Muller took this photo of a floral-looking fungus on North Longboat Key.

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  • Observer Staff
  • June 11, 2020
Sarasota weather page photo: June 11

Patricia Muller captured a quiet evening sunset on Sarasota Bay.

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  • Observer Staff
  • June 11, 2020
East County weather page photo: June 11

Richard Bottorff captured this photo of a soft shelled turtle peaking out of a Rye Wilderness pond.

  • East County
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    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • June 11, 2020
Superintendent pool narrowed to five

The five remaining candidates are all current administrators in Florida schools.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Riverview football had its offense clicking in week one of the 2023 season.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • June 11, 2020
Sarasota sports programs will soon be able to practice — with some restrictions

The county is phasing in practices for high school athletes.

  • Sarasota
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City planning staff is recommending a series of complete street projects, creating what they feel is a more equitable mix of infrastructure for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists. Concept image via city of Sarasota.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 11, 2020
City unveils full transportation master plan

An emphasis on biking and walking has drawn rebukes from some vocal critics, but city staff says the plan reflects public input.

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Although gyms are allowed to reopen across the state, the shared fitness facilities in some multifamily housing complexes remain closed.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 11, 2020
Coronavirus poses challenges for multifamily buildings

Residents and property managers in condos and apartments are finding ways to navigate shared indoor spaces.

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  • News
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • June 11, 2020
Cops Corner: Sarasota 6.11.20

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Pastor Tony Viglione addressed the crowd.
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • June 10, 2020
Interfaith vigil burns prayer ties for equality

The event was held at the Church of the Trinity MCC June 10.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
A scammer mailed a Longboat Key resident a fraudulent check for $32,500.
    By
  • Mark Bergin
  • June 10, 2020
Longboat Key police warn of COVID-19 financial relief scam

Scammers are accused of using the town of Longboat Key's information to mail a fake check in exchange for agreeing to a long-term loan.

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